4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to St Ives
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
5 h 59 m
Average duration
5 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to St Ives is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to St Ives will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
Of the 1 trains that leave Oxford for St Ives on Mon, Jun 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 15 the direct trains cover the 342 km distance in an average of 5 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 59 m .
On Mon, Jun 15 the slowest trains will take 5 h 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:31 PM5h59Oxford6:30 PMSt Ives$1151One-way0 transfers
- 12:31 PM5h59Oxford6:30 PMSt Ives$1151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Oxford to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $115. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $115, and a flight costs an average of $30.
Distance: 212 miles (342 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$117 Average price Cheapest | $281 Average price | $123 Average price | $93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 9m Average total duration 10h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oxford to St Ives:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Oxford to St Ives costing on average $123 (€100).
A train is $164 (€133) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oxford to St Ives costing on average $281 (€228).
Other travel options to St Ives take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 15m.
Bus takes on average 10h 39m.
Tickets start at around $117 (€95) compared to roughly $93 (€75) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-24.75 (€-20.09). The journey takes 5h 15m versus 4h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to St Ives
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Trains from Oxford to St Ives run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $115 (€94) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 212 miles (342 km) distance in 5h 59m.
Distance 212 miles (342 km) |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $115 (€94) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 59m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 10:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Oxford to St Ives trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Oxford and St Ives from $30 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Oxford to St Ives
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to St Ives by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Ives, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oxford to St Ives
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Within the station building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 18:00 Saturday - Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free acccess to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Malakoff bus stop, the Terrace
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